Former WWE star accused of killing his wife deemed “unfit” to stand trial

In February of 2024, former WWE star Billy Jack Haynes was arrested for the murder of his wife. Haynes’ wife was 85 years old at the time of her death and was believed to be suffering from dementia.

Haynes was slated to stand trial in December of 2025. However, KOIN Channel 6 reported that Haynes attended a status hearing on Wednesday and Judge Angela Lucero determined that he was “mentally unfit” to proceed with the case. Haynes will be transferred to Oregon State Hospital for further evaluation and treatment until he is deemed competent to move forward with legal proceedings.

The life of Haynes, including his arrest, was documented in a Dark Side of the Ring episode earlier this month.

Billy Jack Haynes’ time in the WWF came to a sudden end after a shocking mid-flight overdose—an incident that fueled long-standing concerns about his behavior, ultimately leading to his departure.

Truth, Lies and Billy Jack Haynes premieres Tuesday at 10pm ET on @VICETV pic.twitter.com/mbUvdBAqMY

— Dark Side of the Ring (@DarkSideOfRing) May 4, 2025